ITU Regional Standardization Forum For Africa
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slide1. ITU Regional Standardization Forum For Africa Dakar, Senegal, 24-25 March 2015 Smart Sustainable Cities Concept in Developing Nations
Nakiguli Helen Cynthia,
Environment Management Specialist, Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), hnakiguli@ucc.co.ug 1<br>
slide2. Will the existing infrastructure of the cities of developing countries support the increasing urban population?
Which cities of developing countries will grow smarter and sustainable?
Is Urbanisation in developing countries = Smart Sustainable Cities? 2<br>
slide3. Definition - ITU “A smart sustainable city is an innovative city that uses information and communication technologies (ICTs) and other means to improve quality of life, efficiency of urban operation and services, and competitiveness, while ensuring that it meets the needs of present and future generations with respect to economic, social and environmental aspects”. 3<br>
slide4. Perception of smart cities In the developed World
High tech- digital infrastructure
Perfect transport system- electric car model,
Robotic assistance, man-robot discussions
Systems working with systems
Machines talking to machines
This makes sense to the developed countries but not yet quite realistic in developing countries
In developing countries, perceptions are still forming...
Cities are still grappling to achieve
access to basic needs- water, shelter, food (rural)
Improved living conditions – education, health (urban)
Economic growth
This makes the smart cities concept challenging 4<br>
slide5. Can the developing advance to this perception? What is needed? Building on existing infrastructure,
Increasing the enabling effect of ICT in other sectors,
Building on mistakes of the developed- Advantage of late starters; 98% of people in Atlanta own cars- poor transport systems, emissions 5<br>
slide6. Utilise or build on existing infrastructure Will the city infrastructure support the increasing urban population?
Urban population expected to double in 2050
90% increase will be in developing countries
Urbanisation helps people out of poverty and advances towards economic development
Urban areas provide agglomeration for industrial and service sectors
If not well managed, may lead to growth of slums, pollution, crime, unemployment etc; 6<br>
slide7. In developing countries, high rates of urban poor who are less privileged to services and infrastructure Slums- 61%-Asia; 5.5% -Africa; 13.4- Latin America 7<br>
slide8. Infrastructure- the building blocks are already available- technological, physical, social
Technological
Tele density
Mobile/fixed subscription
Products and services
Mobile Financial services
M-health
M-agric
M-banking 8<br>
slide9. Physical
Building the whole city and not just the top tiers of society
Energy
Water
Transport
Building
Aging infrastructure- city can be built from scratch and made better
Social
Health
Safety
Happiness- job employment, security, connectivity
Education
Good leadership 9<br>
slide10. Increase the enabling effects of ICTs Efficiency
Substitution (dematerialisation)
Support systemic effects- green consumerism
……..Policies/strategies in place to anticipate uncertainties- new threats (crime, theft), vulnerabilities, rebound effect, impact of relationships (human, social) 10<br>
slide11. Having distinct sectors interconnected (Coordinated package of essential infrastructure and services needed) Energy Water Transport, Communication Housing
Power supply
Sanitation
Healthcare
Education
Job market ICTs 11<br>
slide12. Which cities of developing countries will grow smarter and sustainable? Those with developing communities and not just the infrastructure
Indicators
Sustainable development
Environment conservation
Social inclusivity
Poverty mitigation etc
Inputs: Policies, awareness, infrastructure, the will 12<br>
slide13. Is Urbanisation = Smart Sustainable Cities Urbanisation in developing countries is
a necessity for economic development.
However, if not well managed and
prepared for, can lead to low standards
of living. Urbanisation will only equal to
Smart Sustainable Cities; if there is convergence between digital technology and the energy world. This will pave way for a new ecosystem of services which will enable both a better quality of life and reduced energy consumption. 13<br>
slide14. Key aspects of building smart sustainable cities in developing nations Political will
Policies, framework and strategies
Affordable access and availability of Broadband to all
Even better infrastructure development- renewable energy sources (Africa is gifted), addressing the basic need
Enhance intergovernmental/inter-sectoral collaborations
Subsidies for adoption to “Greener ICT” solutions
Investing in tech infrastructure- developing incubators and innovation centres/hubs
Tech and entrepreneurship skills
Local content- accurate, appropriate, local relevance
Create more cities- spread the population 14<br>
slide15. Thank you
¿ 15<br>
Nakiguli Helen Cynthia,
Environment Management Specialist, Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), hnakiguli@ucc.co.ug 1<br>
slide2. Will the existing infrastructure of the cities of developing countries support the increasing urban population?
Which cities of developing countries will grow smarter and sustainable?
Is Urbanisation in developing countries = Smart Sustainable Cities? 2<br>
slide3. Definition - ITU “A smart sustainable city is an innovative city that uses information and communication technologies (ICTs) and other means to improve quality of life, efficiency of urban operation and services, and competitiveness, while ensuring that it meets the needs of present and future generations with respect to economic, social and environmental aspects”. 3<br>
slide4. Perception of smart cities In the developed World
High tech- digital infrastructure
Perfect transport system- electric car model,
Robotic assistance, man-robot discussions
Systems working with systems
Machines talking to machines
This makes sense to the developed countries but not yet quite realistic in developing countries
In developing countries, perceptions are still forming...
Cities are still grappling to achieve
access to basic needs- water, shelter, food (rural)
Improved living conditions – education, health (urban)
Economic growth
This makes the smart cities concept challenging 4<br>
slide5. Can the developing advance to this perception? What is needed? Building on existing infrastructure,
Increasing the enabling effect of ICT in other sectors,
Building on mistakes of the developed- Advantage of late starters; 98% of people in Atlanta own cars- poor transport systems, emissions 5<br>
slide6. Utilise or build on existing infrastructure Will the city infrastructure support the increasing urban population?
Urban population expected to double in 2050
90% increase will be in developing countries
Urbanisation helps people out of poverty and advances towards economic development
Urban areas provide agglomeration for industrial and service sectors
If not well managed, may lead to growth of slums, pollution, crime, unemployment etc; 6<br>
slide7. In developing countries, high rates of urban poor who are less privileged to services and infrastructure Slums- 61%-Asia; 5.5% -Africa; 13.4- Latin America 7<br>
slide8. Infrastructure- the building blocks are already available- technological, physical, social
Technological
Tele density
Mobile/fixed subscription
Products and services
Mobile Financial services
M-health
M-agric
M-banking 8<br>
slide9. Physical
Building the whole city and not just the top tiers of society
Energy
Water
Transport
Building
Aging infrastructure- city can be built from scratch and made better
Social
Health
Safety
Happiness- job employment, security, connectivity
Education
Good leadership 9<br>
slide10. Increase the enabling effects of ICTs Efficiency
Substitution (dematerialisation)
Support systemic effects- green consumerism
……..Policies/strategies in place to anticipate uncertainties- new threats (crime, theft), vulnerabilities, rebound effect, impact of relationships (human, social) 10<br>
slide11. Having distinct sectors interconnected (Coordinated package of essential infrastructure and services needed) Energy Water Transport, Communication Housing
Power supply
Sanitation
Healthcare
Education
Job market ICTs 11<br>
slide12. Which cities of developing countries will grow smarter and sustainable? Those with developing communities and not just the infrastructure
Indicators
Sustainable development
Environment conservation
Social inclusivity
Poverty mitigation etc
Inputs: Policies, awareness, infrastructure, the will 12<br>
slide13. Is Urbanisation = Smart Sustainable Cities Urbanisation in developing countries is
a necessity for economic development.
However, if not well managed and
prepared for, can lead to low standards
of living. Urbanisation will only equal to
Smart Sustainable Cities; if there is convergence between digital technology and the energy world. This will pave way for a new ecosystem of services which will enable both a better quality of life and reduced energy consumption. 13<br>
slide14. Key aspects of building smart sustainable cities in developing nations Political will
Policies, framework and strategies
Affordable access and availability of Broadband to all
Even better infrastructure development- renewable energy sources (Africa is gifted), addressing the basic need
Enhance intergovernmental/inter-sectoral collaborations
Subsidies for adoption to “Greener ICT” solutions
Investing in tech infrastructure- developing incubators and innovation centres/hubs
Tech and entrepreneurship skills
Local content- accurate, appropriate, local relevance
Create more cities- spread the population 14<br>
slide15. Thank you
¿ 15<br>